Senior Assistant Director, Workforce Regulation & Safety

RI Council 94; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Labor And Training in Kentucky seeks an Assistant Director to oversee the Division of Workforce Regulation and Safety. The role requires strategic administration of enforcement programs and collaboration with state, federal, and local partners. Non-Union executive leadership guides policy and budget decisions.

The position emphasizes managing labor standards, regulatory compliance, and workforce safety initiatives with a focus on program efficiency and fiscal integrity.

Qualifications

• A thorough knowledge of the operations of the program or service area and the ability to promote effective programs.
• The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Experience supervising staff and enforcing state and federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Administer and oversee the Division of Workforce Regulation and Safety and its staff.
• Plan, implement division policies, regulations and budget for effective operations.
• Serve as liaison with state/federal departments, local municipalities and boards.
• Direct and administer service delivery of labor standards and professional regulations.

Skills

Regulatory enforcement knowledge

Public administration knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership and supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Job description

Department of Labor And Training in Kentucky seeks an Assistant Director to oversee the Division of Workforce Regulation and Safety. The role requires strategic administration of enforcement programs and collaboration with state, federal, and local partners. Non-Union executive leadership guides policy and budget decisions.

The position emphasizes managing labor standards, regulatory compliance, and workforce safety initiatives with a focus on program efficiency and fiscal integrity.